Study! Follow the IGETC forms. Don't be one of those that thinks a C grade is good enough!

In three sentences

Los Angeles Mission College is a great community college with great professors. The science department is very strong with very knowledgeable staff. With the new buildings that were built, the college is expanding and becoming better and better.

Michelle from San Fernando Valley, CA

It is located right by El Cariso Park; which has workout areas and marked running paths.

Food and Dining

It is close by to everything! Panda Express, Dennys, Mc Donalds, etc.

Dorm Life

No dorms, but plenty of homes around the area are renting out to Mission students.

Academic Rigor

The introduction classes are pretty easy but the general courses are demanding and you learn a lot. Do not expect to breeze through them!

Tips for prospective students

Learn the staff by name and they will remember you too! It is not what you know, it is WHO you know and they will help you when you need it!

In three sentences

Los Angeles Mission College is like a small town, everyone knows everyone. Everyone is very helpful and enjoys working with students to help them achieve their goals. The staff really has a good hold on what they are expected of.

Kevin from Sun Valley, CA

The campus is pretty safe, I've been attending this college for almost 3 years and so far no violent incidents have occurred.

Greek Life

No Greek Life

Clubs and Activities

Due to the fact that Los Angeles Mission College is a community college many students do not bother creating and joining clubs. In addition, the school makes it harder to establish a club due to the amount of paperwork and fees one has to do and pay.

Great for these types of students

Los Angeles Mission College is great for Chicano Studies Students and students who are pursuing a S.T.E.M. related major.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Due to Mission's status as being a community college there aren't any school traditions.

Bang for the buck

Bang for the buck only applies to the tuition which is 46 dollars per unit. Other than that everything at the student store and cafeteria is pretty expensive and it would be much better if the student would bring their own food or simply eat outside of campus.

What to do for fun

The best things to do for fun are not necessarily on campus but outside. Los Angeles Mission College is adjacent to El Cariso Park, gold course, and various hiking trails.

Food and Dining

Los Angeles Mission College recently opened their culinary arts building around 4 years ago. Such building has a top of the line equipment, unfortunately though the menu is only limited to sandwiches, burgers, pizza, and hot dogs. To make things worse the prices are to expensive for the average college student to afford.

Dorm Life

Since Los Angeles Mission College is a community college, dorms are not available for students who would like to attend this institution. The surrounding area of the college is very beautiful due to the scenery and easy access to hiking trails and parks.

Academic Rigor

Academic rigor is not difficult, but I would recommend for students to choose their professors adequately. Having a professor that knows how to teach will make a big difference between learning and applying the material and failing the class causing you to fall behind.

Tips for prospective students

The best advice I can give to students is to obviously try their best to get those A's in their grades, try hard, and always maintain a great relationship with their professors and counselors not only in the classroom, but also outside of it. Aside from the obvious, I would also recommend for the students to register for their classes on time because it is very difficult to get a class once you're registration date has passed due to high amount of students.

In three sentences

Los Angeles Mission College is a small college that is surrounded by the Sylmar Mountains. The college is perfect for those who are not ready to attend a four year university in terms of undecided major, low tuition, or simply want to save money on their education. This college also improved in terms of education due to the addition of their S.T.E.M. Center building.

Breaunne from Sylmar, CA

The people there are really friendly and open. Sylmar is not really a huge place for hanging out, but there are gyms, parks, and other places to go. Also there are malls about 15 minutes away.

Food and Dining

Our amazing culinary arts program cooks in our cafeteria. The food is really good. There are also a lot of fast food places around the school.

Dorm Life

My college does not have dorms.

Academic Rigor

The classes are rather difficult depending on the level. The professors are really open with their office hours and helping students with any questions though. As long as you're trying your best, the professors will help you.

Tips for prospective students

Prospective students should apply for financial aid as soon as possible. Do not take your time applying for classes. As soon as you get your registration date, register for your classes. Stay focused and enjoy college.

In three sentences

LAMC is a great school to attend as a junior college. It amazing professors who are very interested and involved with their students. It is also a beautiful campus and is very diverse.

Alma from San Fernando, CA

This campus has securities and sheriffs circulating the campus all day long, which makes me feel safe at all times. There has not been any cases of any crimes around here.

Clubs and Activities

There are various clubs and activities to join here, but they are not mentioned as much as I think they should. This is probably why each club is small.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The college holds a lot of annual activities or fairs to represent different clubs and many of which represent different ethnicities.

What to do for fun

For fun I use the fitness equipment in the new gym. As a student you still need to pay a fee to use it, but the fee is small. There aren't that many fun things to do, but this is only my opinion.

Food and Dining

The cafeteria is a brand new building where all the culinary arts students cook all day long and are at your service. All the food is made there and the students do a great job at cooking and baking.The food is great, but I think it needs a little more variety of lunch choices.

Academic Rigor

The academic rigor is average. If you stay on top of your assignments and study you will pass each class, but of course depending on which classes your take. The teachers usually are very great when it comes to helping a student in need.

Tips for prospective students

Its important to sign up for your classes on time to avoid crashing any classes at the last minute. Plan ahead of time and keep your deadlines in mind.

In three sentences

Amazing Professors who are there in the best interest of the students. Too many students for the classes that are available. Expanding beautiful buildings.

Agustin from San Fernando, CA

Security/police is always walking around campus to ensure safety to all students and staff.

Great for these types of students

Artists

Bang for the buck

For a starting point in art, it's a great place to start! You can take all your basic material here first for a fraction of the cost of an art school and still be able to tranfer those units to an art school to complete your course.

What to do for fun

Not much fun here, the school doesn't offer much activities.

Food and Dining

The food is mostly done by students. Sometimes you'll get a great dish, while other times it will be decent.

Dorm Life

Can't say much about it since I live outside the schools area.

Academic Rigor

The staff may be very critical on your work but it will pay off in the end cause you will improved on your studies.

Tips for prospective students

-You want a career in animation? This is where you start.

In three sentences

It's a great school for pursuing careers in media, child care, and culinary arts. The staff is very helpful and kind towards students on their goals and needs. Best of all, its much more affordable than many other colleges who offer the same courses.

Reading, Listening to music. STUDYING!!!! (YES, it should be fun whatever you do make fun of it)

Food and Dining

Eat in, Save your Money

Dorm Life

I live in an apartment.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you apply for financial aid!!!

In three sentences

This is a great campus. It offers many different rsources as well as options for students. The campus is smaller which means more attention from professors. LAMC is one of the best Community Colleges in the District. I will most defintely continue to attend this campus!!

DessieAnn from CA

04/27/2013

Reviewer is Researching this school.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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I love the idea of a center on campus for Child Development Studies! Learning about the interrelationships of child, family and community is extremely important. I'm interested in their method of teaching.

Karen from Sun Valley, CA

There are fun things to do at the college such as taking PE, dance, sports classes. In addition, there are also clubs that you may sign up for.

Food and Dining

We have a new caffeteria just opened in 2012 with very good proportioned healthy food. There is a wide variety of choices from pizza, salads,chicken etc.

Dorm Life

For this College there are no dorms available.

Academic Rigor

There are always challenging classes at every college. The good thing is that there are tutoring centers that you may seek for help. There are several resources to make sure you pass your classes with descent grades.

Tips for prospective students

A tip I can share with you is make sure you seek to speak to a counselor so you may have an outline of what classes you need to take. Being organized and taking as many classes as you can will help you transfer to a University much faster.

In three sentences

Los Angeles Mission College has a good selection of Professors that also teach at Universities. There are good places for resources to accomplish your academic goals. Good selection of classes offered for various prerequisite majors.

Rosario from Van Nuys, CA

I personally love the food that is offered in the new cafeteria. It is very nice in their and their food is always well prepared and quick!

Dorm Life

There are no dorms at this campus.

Academic Rigor

Some of the courses offered here are tough, but others are easy as well. It all really depends on what the subject matter is and how much work you are willing to put in.

Tips for prospective students

I recommend that you take advantage of all of the services that are offered here because they are great!

In three sentences

Los Angeles Mission College is a great college in my eyes. All of the staff here is very nice and always willing to help you! They are very, very good at notifying you about new opportunities for on-campus involvement and also about any new information regarding the college and it's surroundings.

Elizabeth from Sun Valley, CA

Join a club! There are some fun classes here like the history of cinema,multimedia classes and gym classes. El cariso park is located right next to it.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you get your classes early.LAMC has a variety of clubs and can keep you involved in school spirit. Check ratemyproffesors before choosing your class, the majority of teachers here are great though :)

In three sentences

Small campus which means you can find your classes easily.Professors are often helpful and take advantage of the tutoring. It just got a new gym and cafeteria.

Whinira from Canoga Park, CA

08/19/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

LAMC is considered a very safe campus with call boxes all over the campus and the Sheriff's office within easy reach. Campus security can be seen around campus everyday in all areas and during campus hours.

Greek Life

There are no Greek houses on campus. Most communal gatherings take place in the various clubs offered to students.

Clubs and Activities

Clubs of all types are offered. Each club welcomes new members and is very accommodating of student schedules.

Great for these types of students

All types of students. Especially those intending to go into Law Enforcement. The Administration of Justice program is aligned with many departments to ensure that the student is fully prepared to enter the police academy.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

This campus is very dedicated to celebrated ethnic heritage and often has special events on holidays important to certain ethnic groups.

Bang for the buck

Many of the courses offered satisfy the lower division requirements of both University of California and California State University schools allowing students to save money on tuition.

What to do for fun

The campus is conveniently located next to a large park and golf course. When I'm not working or studying I play tennis or golf.

Food and Dining

The cafeteria provides excellent meals for any type. There is an excellent selection of food and the prices are very reasonable.

Dorm Life

There are no dorms available on campus.

Academic Rigor

Classes are very focused and require that you stay current with all assignments in order to earn a good grade. Good time management skills will help students stay on top of their coursework.

Tips for prospective students

Take advantage of the counselors before planning your curriculum. Take advantage of the classes and workshops for new students that are offered to help develop time management and study skills.

In three sentences

LAMC has helpful staff that are willing to spend time helping you reach your goals. It offers many classes and workshops to help you get back or stay on track. The professors are very practical in their teaching methods which help students apply what they've learned.

Ana from Panorama City, CA

Los Angeles Mission college has a sheriff department for safety . They all around the campus in case of an emergency.

Great for these types of students

GREAT for the types of students with ambitions.

What to do for fun

Theres lots of clubs students can join .

Academic Rigor

This college has a variety of programs for students .

Tips for prospective students

My tips for future students is to try your best college may be hard at first, but there's lots of people that can help you reach your goals. Time management is really important for a college student . Study, study, study or else you will fail , giving up is not an OPTION.

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An awesome experience . I love this school so far counselors had help me to pursue my goals. Im planning to transfer .

this school is very involved with social issues, you cannot go a day without being educated on a topic important to these students

Food and Dining

good culinary program, therefore good cafeteria

Dorm Life

no student housing

Tips for prospective students

Simply a junior college, I would recommend it for any student looking to be prepared for a 4-yr university, but be aware that you will not find a faculty as involved with their students at a 4-yr

In three sentences

LA Mission College is a community college swarming with opportunity. Located in the San Fernando Valley, it is the best junior college in the area due to being less populated, having a faculty who cares, and a campus made for prospective transfer students. I felt most comfortable at this school than I did the other three community colleges I attended.

Stephanie from Lancaster, CA

They're security and sheriffs on campus are very proactive! They take their jobs seriously! There hasnt been one day I felt unsafe there.

Greek Life

none

Clubs and Activities

drama club is awesome! They have alot of random clubs like any other college but great to just take a break from studying.

Great for these types of students

Laid back students, Hispanic, Armenian, Black, Fresh out of high school

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There is this really weird areas below the student learning center and the library where its a story underground and has picnic tables. Its great spots for studying!

Bang for the buck

I lived about 50-mi. away from LAMC, but I really didnt mind it. You really learn alot about commuting and things like that so I think its awesome.

What to do for fun

They're are barely any sports here, but you can always join the gym they have and its awesome! They have all kinds of equipment. The track is actually on top of the basketball gym on a second floor.. can you say AWESOME!

Food and Dining

Their food IS AMAZING. They offer breakfast lunch and dinner. The dining area is awesome. The salads aren't too good though.

Dorm Life

No dorms, its a community college.

Academic Rigor

They are very welcoming and understanding. Most people do well here. The grades are definitely a reflection of the professors quality of teaching.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you meet with a counselor and apply for financial aid. Get acquainted with your parking schedule and method before school starts after you have your classes. Look up professors on ratemyprofessor.com before adding them, its ALWAYS right!

In three sentences

LAMC is a great school if you live out of town from the school. The classes are easy to crash. Parking is expensive, but there is a neighbor near by with free parking.

Jorden from Stevenson Ranch, CA

05/14/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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What to do for fun

Head to downtown Los Angeles

Tips for prospective students

Apply as early as possible.

In three sentences

Los Angeles Mission College is a wonderful community college with a diverse student body and excellent teachers. Majors and and classes offered are extensive. Availability of courses and schedules is highly flexible.

Steve from Sylmar, CA

plenty of activities and even opportunities to start a few clubs are open as well

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

there plenty of events that help cater to students

Bang for the buck

totally worth every penny.

What to do for fun

golf course is next door, with el cariso park. just being on campus is a wild time.

Food and Dining

the new dining area is very nice.

Dorm Life

i live off campus

Academic Rigor

the teachers are very helpful, and the learning center has a dedicated staff to help you out with any tutoring needs you might have.

Tips for prospective students

if you have a desire to come here, the key is to get started early. don't let class, or books costs stop you from signing up from anything you are interested in. take advantage of all the facilities in the library and help centers.

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i'd rate mission college as a very good choice for furthering my education. construction is still happening, with some of the finished buildings making me very proud to call my self a student here.

Renay from Sylmar, CA

one tip: life is now anything you want get it now before it's too late.

In three sentences

los angeles mission college has the most selfless professors who always encourge and support you. it also has a very clean campus. lastly, mission college supports you in not only academics but social endeavors.

Mary Gail from Pacoima, CA

02/24/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

los angeles mission college is one of very few campuses that i truly believe is a safe environment. the campus has multiple emergency buttons you may find in every corner you turn, accompanied with camera to watch students on campus, and most importantly they have campus security.

Bang for the buck

the tuition is cheap and affordable, besides that there are other ways that individuals can attend this college. for instance they may apply for financial aid, receive grants, waivers, loans, and other government help.

What to do for fun

there are many things to do in los angeles mission college for fun, as myself i am in the dance club. there are multiple clubs and events that los angeles mission college holds.

Tips for prospective students

i would advise any prospective students to check out the los angeles mission college’s campus, staff, and professors themselves in order to discover whether they like the college or not. in an educational aspect, i would advise prospective students to always be on top of education, meaning to always be prepared, organized and most importantly not afraid to ask professors any questions they intend to be answered, because college is basically being on your own, and learning and advancing through educational experience.

In three sentences

los angeles mission college is an incredible community college, that allows their student to feel safe in a well protected campus . both the staff and professors are able to teach their students more than the basic fundaments of their field and broad education. through their knowledge of their field they are able to students, as myself, the techniques to learning and memorizing what is thought in the class and the outside world.

Elizabeth from Sylmar, CA

11/21/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

This school is great for any and ever type of student because there are so many options and choices as to how you can learn and whether you prefer to take online classes or lectures or every hybrid which is both.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure to enroll for your classes on time to ensure that you get into the classes you want and also to have the schedule most convenient to you.

Bang for the buck

You get everything that you are paying for, if you are paying for three units a class, then that is what you get out of it because that is exactly what is given to you.

Am enjoying being here

There is a nice and friendly environment, the campus has been improving and contains wonderful gardens and beautiful new buildings.

Am learning a lot

The instructors here are very hard-working and do their best to help the students learn. the ones that I have had have been very supportive and willing to help anyone who simply asks.

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